Role :- Firmware Lead
Job ID# NAMSJP00002725
Duration : 6+Months Contract
Client: Nestle
Location: St. Louis MO USA 63102
*This position will sit onsite at Nestle Purina in Downtown St. Louis, MON-THURS, WFH FRI*
Local candidates preferred
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Firmware Lead to join our team. As a Firmware Lead, you will be responsible for leading and managing the firmware development process, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality firmware solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, and product managers, to develop and implement a firmware roadmap that aligns with our business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in firmware development, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for delivering innovative solutions.
Responsibilities:
1. Lead and manage the firmware development process from concept to release, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define firmware requirements, specifications, and architecture for new products or features.
3. Provide technical guidance to firmware engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
4. Conduct thorough testing and verification of firmware solutions, identifying and resolving any issues or bugs.
5. Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure seamless integration of firmware with hardware components.
6. Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies in firmware development, and provide recommendations for process improvements and tooling enhancements.
7. Collaborate with product managers to define firmware roadmaps and prioritize feature development based on customer needs and market trends.
8. Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations throughout the firmware development process.
9. Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and enforce coding best practices to maintain high-quality codebase.
Requirements:
1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
2. A minimum of 5 years in firmware development, with a strong E2E architecture & integration
3. Proficiency in C/C++
4. Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
5. Experience with wireless communication protocols (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) is a plus.
6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
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